Detox Foot Soak Bath Recipes

Simple detox foot soak bath recipes for eliminating toxins from your body through the feet. There is insufficient research on the effectiveness of foot detox recipes. However, they are becoming more and more popular.

The detox baths can also help reduce swelling, boost your mood, relieve stress, and help you lose weight as well as purge your system of harmful toxins.

In Chinese medicine, the feet are thought to contain energy zones that are linked directly to other crucial organs in your body. These connections make a foot detox an extremely feasible procedure. 

According to another study, you may be able to eliminate harmful toxins through your feet after bathing in an ionic foot bath. 

DIY Detox Foot Soak Bath Recipes 

I’ve provided 3 different foot soak recipes to help you remove toxins from your system. You can try these at home.

The following recipes will help you detox with natural products, as well as ready-made detox foot pads if you prefer.

Ionic Salt Detox Foot Soak Recipe

You can create a chelating chemical reaction by mixing the following ingredients in a detox foot soak, which is also commonly called an ionic foot bath.

Salt will serve as an anti-inflammatory agent, and the warm water will aid in opening up pores for a more pleasant experience.

Your body is getting rid of toxins if you see the water change color while soaking your feet. Adding an essential oil is optional, but you can add it to your foot soak if you like.

This is one way that you can re-establish magnesium in your body if you suffer from a deficiency. 

In addition to increasing magnesium levels, the salt detox feet soak will also cause your body to feel soothed and will reduce inflammation and irritation. Most people also refer to add a few drops of their favorite essential oil.

Ingredients:

  • Baking soda, 2 tablespoons
  • Sea salt, 2 tablespoons
  • Epsom salt, 2 tablespoons
  • Apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon
  • Several drops of lavender essential oil

Bath Preparation & Soaking

Fill a large bowl or bucket with 3 liters of boiling water, add in the ingredients, and mix until everything dissolves. Let the mixture cool down and it is safe for you to put on your feet. 

Soak your feet in it for up to 30 minutes. The detox foot soaks can be used once per week to assist your body in eliminating toxins. 

Another great way to remove dead skin cells is by using a loofah after you soak your feet. If you want your feet to feel soft, apply Vaseline when you’re finished. 

While this recipe will have a calming effect on your body, you should be careful because it can lead to dehydration and cause weakness. Make sure you drink plenty of water when doing the soak so you don’t experience any side effects.

Plan to do the soak when you have enough time. You can also do something else while your feet are soaked to avoid feeling like you are wasting time.  

Bentonite Clay Detox Foot Bath Recipe

Bentonite clay nourishes the body by absorbing toxins and providing it with oxygen and minerals. Epsom salts reduce swelling and relieve stress while drawing toxins from the feet via the pores. To prevent dehydration, stay hydrated while taking salt baths.

Ingredients:

  • Epsom salt, 1/2 cup
  • Bentonite clay, 2 tablespoons
  • Apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon
  • Lavender essential oil a few drops

Bath Preparation & Soaking:

Prepare a paste by mixing the bentonite clay, salt, and vinegar with a few drops of warm water. It should be applied to your feet and left to dry for at least 10 minutes. 

Soak your feet in a large bowl or bucket filled with warm water. Add the essential oil and soak for at least 15 minutes. After removing the mask, exfoliate your feet with a soft brush or loofah.

Oxygen Foot Soak Detox Recipe

The oxygen footbath is useful in addressing smelly feet. It helps get rid of bacteria and germs on the skin. It is also useful in the treatment of fungal infections on the feet as well as athlete’s foot.

You should use 3% hydrogen peroxide when making a hydrogen peroxide detox foot bath. As a precaution for skin irritation, dilute 1 part peroxide with 2 parts water.

Ingredients:

  • Hydrogen peroxide, 2 cups
  • Powdered dried ginger, 1 tablespoon
  • Lavender essential oil a few drops

Bath Preparation & Soak:

Put 2 liters of water on the stove and get it boiling. Pour it into a large bowl or bucket and add all of the ingredients. Stir properly until all the ingredients dissolve completely. 

If you want to get rid of fungal infections, bacteria, germs, and athletes’ feet, and to detoxify your body, soak your feet in it for 30 minutes to an hour.

In addition to treating all the above, this recipe is also very effective for treating skin irritations and allergies.

The mild antiseptic properties of hydrogen peroxide help to treat scars, burns, cuts, and infections. if you love taking baths, check out this article on taking a spiritual cleansing bath at home.

Conclusion

There are many Eastern practices such as yoga, herbs, massages, and baths that have been adopted worldwide. When used properly, they deliver many benefits.

The good thing with these DIY detox foot bath recipes is that you can do them in the comfort of your home. You can get all the ingredients and prepare a bath when you have some free time.

I hope you will remember to include them in your self-care routine and get to enjoy some benefits. Don’t forget to follow me on Pinterest for more self-care recommendations.

Detox Foot Soak Bath DIY Recipes

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